Michael Johnnson , LPC

Michael Johnnson is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with 40 years of experience supporting individuals, couples, and families through a wide range of life challenges. He brings advanced training in family-systems work and motivational interviewing to his practice, and integrates additional methods such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, cognitive behavioral techniques, client-centered principles, and solution-focused strategies as appropriate for each person.

He works comfortably with clients of any age and ethnicity and has personal and professional experience with marriage, divorce, blended and interracial family dynamics, non-binary family members, vocational concerns, addiction recovery, and ADHD. He offers counseling from a Christian perspective when that aligns with a client’s preferences, and he tailors his approach to the individual history, needs, and goals presented in each session.

When engaged in therapy, Michael partners with each person to form and carry out a treatment plan that clarifies purpose, process, and expected outcomes. He adapts the style and pace of work to the depth and complexity of the issues at hand, moving quickly to practical solutions when helpful or taking a more exploratory course for deeper concerns. He is accepting new clients in Wisconsin and provides a collaborative, goal-oriented approach to care.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Michael Johnnson uses a blend of practical and experiential methods to help people navigate stress, relationships, addiction recovery, and life transitions. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) invites clients to clarify what matters most to them and to build actions that align with those values while accepting difficult thoughts and feelings. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors to reduce symptoms like anxiety and depression and to improve day-to-day functioning. Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative, strengths-based style that helps people resolve ambivalence and find their own motivation for change, which can be useful for addiction, career shifts, and other goals.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Michael works together with each client to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adapting the pace and focus as progress unfolds. This collaborative planning helps ensure the work stays relevant and respectful of the client’s values.

Online therapy options - including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging - offer flexibility for scheduling, ongoing access during life transitions, and the ability to receive consistent care from Wisconsin. These formats let clients connect in ways that suit their routines and comfort levels while working with a licensed professional or therapist.